The Poet Tree

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Welcome to The Poet Tree, a limited series brought to you by Three Springs Media. Join two of New York City’s dopest poets: Hattress Barbour, III and Anthony "Stony Tony" Colón, as they give you an immersive look into the stories and creative process behind their most personal and intimate poems.

Episodes

  1. 12/20/2021

    11. A Current of Events

    On their last episode, Hattress, Stony Tony and special guest-host Smoove Babii (@smoovebabii) discuss topics that are prevalent in the news ecosphere.The three also share poems that reflect the current state of affairs in the world.

    43 min
  2. 10. Wear Your Mask!

    12/13/2021

    10. Wear Your Mask!

    Hattress and Stony Tony highlight the realities of inequality as a global pandemic upends our daily lives; and how even something as simple as wearing a mask can expose the truth about racism. The guys also share how the early days of quarantine affected their mental health but also helped them grow.

    42 min

  3. 12/06/2021

    9. Our Presence is a Present

    Hatress and Stony Tony dissect Hatress's poem 'Language' and share their perspectives on Black culture, its impact, and contribution to society.

    48 min
  4. 8. In The Name of Love

    11/29/2021

    8. In The Name of Love

    Hattress and Stony Tony dive deep into love; exploring Stony Tony's poem "What is Your Favorite Love Song?" The pair discuss all things love, from intimacy with your significant other to relationship compromises and love languages.

    34 min
  5. 7. The Essence of Black Women

    11/22/2021

    7. The Essence of Black Women

    Hattress and Stony Tony dive into a special poem that celebrates the women in Hattress' life. A special discussion just in time for the holidays.

    48 min
  6. 6. A Conversation with David Tomás Martinez

    11/15/2021

    6. A Conversation with David Tomás Martinez

    Hattress and Stony Tony pass the mic to renowned poet and professor David Tomás Martinez, who tells his incredible story of discovering his voice and his art, and breaks down the intimate poem "The Last Mexican."

    1h 35m
  7. 5. Soul of the Subway

    11/08/2021

    5. Soul of the Subway

    Hattress and Stony Tony dive into the poem "Subway;" Tony's artistic expression of the shared New York experience of riding the "iron horse." The two also discuss grappling with new realities as New York emerges from a pandemic.

    41 min
  8. 4. Waves

    11/01/2021

    4. Waves

    Hattress and Tony peel back the layers of the poem "Waves," an exploration of Hattress' relationship with his hair and how he navigates the professional world while trying to stay true to himself.

    53 min
  9. 3. I Stopped Coloring a Long Time Ago

    10/25/2021

    3. I Stopped Coloring a Long Time Ago

    Hattress and Stony Tony break down Tony's "Colores." A poem inspired by his grandmother; an artist and creative who bought Tony his first crayon set, taught him to see in vibrant colors and informed his outlook on life.

    33 min
  10. 2. 10 Things I Hate About Your God

    10/18/2021

    2. 10 Things I Hate About Your God

    Hattress and Tony dissect the incredibly intimate poem "10 Things I Hate About Your God," which explores the ironies of organized religion. Hattress reveals how grappling with a profound loss at an early age caused him to question his own faith, but ultimately emerge with a renewed sense of spirituality.

    49 min
  11. 1. History Presents Our Future

    10/11/2021

    1. History Presents Our Future

    Delve into the history of the NYCHA (NYC Housing Authority). Hattress & Stony Tony's original poem “History” explores the effect of the "projects" on the people who live there.

    36 min
  12. 0. Introducing The Poet Tree

    10/01/2021

    0. Introducing The Poet Tree

    Three Springs Media introduces The Poet Tree Podcast. Hosted by Hattress Barbour, III and Stony Tony.

    1 min

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Welcome to The Poet Tree, a limited series brought to you by Three Springs Media. Join two of New York City’s dopest poets: Hattress Barbour, III and Anthony "Stony Tony" Colón, as they give you an immersive look into the stories and creative process behind their most personal and intimate poems.

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